Chantel Chapman

What the Finances

As the co-founder of The Trauma of Money Method and founder of What The Finances, I am known for my cutting-edge, relatable, and trauma-informed money guidance. Drawing influence from 14 years of experience as a mortgage broker, 10 years as a financial literacy consultant, and extensive research in addiction, behavioural science, trauma, and mindfulness, my distinct disciplines make learning about money the antithesis of anything you would experience through traditional schooling. I was the lead player on building Canada's first-ever digital mortgage experience with a free credit score and a consultant on several other innovative products for one of Canada's largest Fintech brands. I am also the co-founder of School by K&P, an online school for creative entrepreneurs that also provides free education for marginalized communities across North America. Along with my partner Hiroko Demichelis, I developed and currently run The Trauma of Money Method - Canada's one and only accredited course certifying professionals in facilitating healing around trauma and money.

I am taking the CED certificate as part of my research journey around a question that I often hear in my work around money and trauma. The question is this, "I have an aversion to capitalist systems, how can I earn abundantly, meet the needs of my community and myself without shame?". I believe the framework of the CED curriculum that includes decolonization and the exploration of social enterprises will be useful in seeking out a solution to this question.